cartilage
US /ˈkɑːr.t̬əl.ɪdʒ/
UK /ˈkɑːr.t̬əl.ɪdʒ/

名詞
1.
軟骨
firm, whitish, flexible connective tissue found in various forms in the larynx and respiratory tract, in structures such as the external ear, and in the articulating surfaces of joints. It is more widespread in the embryo and young of vertebrates, being replaced by bone during development.
範例:
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The doctor explained that the injury affected the cartilage in her knee.
醫生解釋說,傷勢影響了她膝蓋的軟骨。
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Ears and noses are made of cartilage.
耳朵和鼻子是由軟骨構成的。
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